Lakme' Fashion Week Summer Resort Day 5 Part 1

Hey Peeps, the birthday month of the blog turned out to be full of adventures and mishaps. Lots to do, Lets get cracking. My sincere apologies; continuing with the last leg of the LIFW.

AARTIVIJAY GUPTA WAS INSPIRED BY THE ART OF MOSAIC GLASS FOR HER COLLECTION AT LAKMÉ FASHION WEEK SUMMER/RESORT 2015

Mumbai, 22 March, 2015: She has always created amazing prints whether it was doodles, legendary Indian heroes or French couture images. For Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2015 Aartivijay Gupta brought a colourful dimension to her creations with “My World of Glass” inspired by mosaic.

Her story of mosaic art revolved around nature with images of parrots, fish, birds, houses, trees and peacocks prancing on her basic silhouettes in all their vibrant finery. Bringing in a touch of Moroccan mosaic tea glasses with teal and gold art, Aarti used it for her soft organza ensembles.

To match the beauty of her inspiration, Aarti’s silhouettes were quaint. Garments were shaped like porcelain jars, rectangular wall hangings, cylindrical bottles or just lean and long shapes.

The designer showcased five key looks that were utterly feminine with stylish mass appeal. The sheath dress emblazoned with a parrot mosaic, skirt and Tee, cape tops with pencil skirts, cute ‘A’ line dresses and the glamorous glass organza maxi with gold nakshi work.

AARTIVIJAY GUPTA

A combination of silk and glass organza was a constant for the collection as the sheer fragile fabric either covered the dresses or peeped cutely from under the hemlines. The printed pencil skirt looked sleek with a pure white blouse; while the long sleeve top and matching pants were a colourful addition. A long coat with an organza skirt/dress, bustier with pencil skirt, shorts matched with peplum jacket and a maxi with bird mosaic added to the look. Sack dresses had organza insets, and the empire line dress with a sheer fabric for the skirt was a feminine addition.

The solitary men’s wear entry further established the mood of the show with a sharply cut jacket and Bermudas with a floral print.

Each garment was an eye-catcher, which made Aartivijay Gupta’s “My World of Glass” a collection that every trend setter would want to be part of.

KUNAL ANIL TANNA’S MEN’S WEAR WAS INSPIRED BY JAPANESE CULTURE AT LAKMÉ FASHION WEEK SUMMER/RESORT 2015

Bringing a Japanese flavour to men’s and women’s wear Kunal Anil Tanna’s “Ume Matsuri” (plum blossoms) collection at Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2015 was like a breath of fresh summer breeze.

Based on traditional Japanese festivals when the plum and cherry blossoms come to life, Kunal used the techniques from that country for the tie and dye effects, which featured Hajime, Arasi Kumo etc. for airy summer voiles and textured cottons.

The silhouettes followed the Japanese inspirations for men’s wear as Kimono wrap tunics and pleated Hakkama pants revealed a comfy relaxed line. Detailing started with ornamentation by Kanzashi – the Japanese way of making fabric flowers for lapel pins, brooches, and boutonnieres etc.

KUNAL ANIL TANNA

Couching and mesh textures appeared regularly with wrap around belts replacing the Obe. Trousers were ankle length with double pleats on the hem, while a waist coat kurta with pleated ankle pants, collarless jacket, and fake waistcoat-shirt, double layered jacket, were interesting innovations.

Kimono overlaps gave tunics a dashing appearance; while wooden buttons were constant through the collection. The laser cut layered, quilting and pocket detailing were high points of the collection. Extended fold over lapels; graded Hajime touches, calf length gathered or box pleated Hakkama pants and cuff detailing completed the look.

For the women’s wear it was the bell sleeves top with sumo skirt, draped kurta in chiffon and silk, the high waist wide pants and blouse, maroon kimono top with pants, jumpsuit in net/silk and the pleated comfy wide pants teamed with a cropped bell sleeves top, followed the theme perfectly.

The colours matched the mood with plum, burgundy, and grape, teamed with shades of beige and soft blue.

KUNAL ANIL TANNA

For his show stopper, Kunal selected the very talented Bollywood actor Rajkummar Rao who strutted down wearing a suit in varying shades and textures of maroon.

A Japanese touch in the male and female wardrobe could be just the right look during Summer/Resort 2015 from Kunal Anil Tanna’s “Ume Matsuri” collection.

MANDIRA BEDI’S FANTASY SARI COLLECTION DAZZLED AT LAKMÉ FASHION WEEK SUMMER/RESORT 2015

Popular Bollywood actress and television star, Mandira Bedi added her distinct sartorial touches to India’s traditional 6-yard wonder at Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2015. 

Women who long for those statement-making saris need not look further, since Mandira’s impeccable tastes will turn them into style icons when they make a glamorous entry in her creations. Merging tradition with some innovative embellishments and classic additions, Mandira turned each sari into a conversation piece.

MANDIRA BEDI

Zeroing on the Banaras sari – the India’s finest, woven in Varanasi, Mandira fused the ancient weaves with modern designs and showcased a line of New Age Banaras beauties.

Creating magic with the gold, silver, zari and brocade, which was intricately interwoven, Mandira added her opulent touches to the saris turning them into visions of beauty that will be desired by every Indian bride.

Opening the show with a white and pink border, silk sari with a giant flower appliqué on the pallav, Mandira offered more options with large florals on the pallav, as the mainstay of the section.

What followed were saris with luxurious gold, yellow, pink, magenta, orange assorted silk and brocade borders that appeared horizontally on the sari. Two toned versions with solid and brocade mix were another alternative. Multi borders appeared on net, while the tulle segment looked glamorous with varying appliqué options.

MANDIRA BEDI

Stopping the show was the very elegant Shabana Azmi wearing a glittering red silk sari with a turquoise blouse. As she glided over the ramp it was husband Javed Akhtar’s voice that recited some couplets from a poem.

When women want to bring Indian tradition into their wardrobes, Mandira Bedi’s light affordable chic Banaras saris with her distinct creative touches will be the cynosure of all eyes.

Philips presented a captivating collection by ace designer Wendell Rodricks at Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2015

Mumbai, March 22, 2015: Ace designer Wendell Rodricks did not fail to impress yet again with his collection ‘Popology’ at Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/ Resort 2015 presented by Philips.

Highly roused by the ‘Pop Art’ trend, Wendell let loose a burst of colour on stage, mesmerising the awaiting audience. This collection was also a referral to the concept of pop-up stores that merchandise at unusual places, making it accessible to a wider group of ​consumers. His idea was to fit into the concept of youthful fashion that made it attainable in an instant.

Wendell Rodricks

The collection unfolded onto the ramp in a sensational array of hues like sunshine yellow, burnt orange, olive green, pale mint, dove grey, black, candy pink, pale lilac, Turkish blue, turquoise blue and signature white. Each garment sent out a precise Pop Art statement in terms of the cut, colour and freshness, which radiated from the ensembles.

Based on a wave of nostalgia from the 1960’s style and silhouettes, the line brought a very fashion-forward touch to the ramp.  The signature style carried out by Wendell Rodricks, who is known to excel in his craft and expertise, was clearly evident as the models cat-walked, leaving the audience in awe.

The models danced down the runway to upbeat music like “Uptown Funk’ in a fun and catchy way that was contagious. The clothing line commenced with a black Lycra bikini and hotpants under silk crépe rectangular beach shirt. Soon it was the 60’s silhouettes like the purple crépe silk dress featuring a yellow satin stripe, olive and dove grey ribbons that were worn over yellow linen Capris.

Some of the men’s wear that accentuated the collection was a candy pink linen jacket that edged in black silk and paired with grey linen beach pyjamas and another that was a pop art men’s grey linen shirt worn over turquoise linen beach pyjamas.

Wendell Rodricks

The show stopping garment was preceded with a hunky model wearing an orange linen men’s jacket with lavender silk detailing and crépe silk beach pyjamas.

Show stopper, Waluscha took the spectators by surprise when the lights dimmed to neon blue and she walked out wearing a jet black swimsuit over a wool crépe pleated peplum skirt. She was the perfect defining icon to the youthful collection.

‘Popology’ by Wendell Rodricks presented by Philips was a vibrant, fun, young line of clothing that had all the fashion divas swooning over it.

Shivan & Narresh presented a colourful bouquet of cruise and resort styles at Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2015

22 March, 2015, Mumbai: Around the poolside of the Palladium Hotel, fashionistas gathered to view the collection of India’s top swim and cruise wear designers. Creators of amazing fashion for ‘in’ and ‘out’ of the water, Shivan & Narresh internationally renowned names, took the audience on a fashionable holiday with their “Henri’s Garden” collection at Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2015.

Shivan & Narresh

Inspired by the work of French artist, Henri Rousseau and his visuals of visits to botanical gardens on canvas, the creations by the designing duo reflected the foliage patterns on their famous line.

Shivan & Narresh

The glamorous mix of cruise, resort and jewelled swimwear was highlighted by the brand’s seductive signature cut-outs that were stragically placed on the garments. The colours were eye-catching as arresting shades of soft saffron, ivory, yolk yellow and nude frolicked with electric cerulean and classic black.

Their statement prints, which were inspired by Rousseau’s canvases, appeared throughout the collection. Vintage fruits, vegetables and flat shapes of modern abstract versions of foliage tips added to the vibrancy of the ensembles.

Shivan & Narresh

Trikinis, bikinis, maillots, were great in-the-water styles that were ideal to create a bathing beauty look. Wetsuits, resort wear, kaftans, rompers, jumpsuits, were the perfect beach wear options.

For those who wanted something that would be more formal, there were innovative lehengas, saris, palazzos, bikini and resort saris with maillots and cruise gown.

The fabrics were neoprene, stretch, and soft materials that flowed in the wind as the models strolled around the pool. Hints of jewelled lines appeared around the waist of the bikinis along with the

Rousseau motifs that glittered on the skirts and dresses.

Shivan & Narresh

The prints varied from the foliage, squash, pow print and cabana, which added to the mood of the show.

Whether on a holiday or honeymooning, “Henri’s Garden” by Shivan & Narresh will give a woman the right fashion ammunition when she wants to make a glamorous but strong style statement.

SHUBHIKA DAVDA AND MADSAM TINZIN SHOWCASED INTERESTING FASHION DIRECTIONS AT JABONG STAGE DURING LAKMÉ FASHION WEEK SUMMER/RESORT 2015

PAPA DON’T PREACH BY SHUBHIKA DAVDA DISPLAYED A CLASSY QUIRKY COLLECTION AT JABONG STAGE DURING LAKMÉ FASHION WEEK SUMMER/RESORT 2015

22 March 2015, Mumbai: Designer Shubhika Davda showcased a quirky yet classy collection titled ‘Twitterpated’ under her label ‘Papa Don’t Preach’ at Jabong Stage during Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2015.

Much like its inspiration the range comprised feminine, flirty, silhouettes like dresses, playsuits, rompers, skirts, shorts, waist coats and bodysuits in rich fabrics like pure crépe, organza, silk tissue, chiffon, mesh and satin.  

PAPA DON’T PREACH BY SHUBHIKA DAVDA

The colour palette stuck to bold eye popping tones of mint, coral red, blush, gold, pastel green, pink and peach.

The designer also added accessories to her collection in the form of suitcase purses, stockings, socks, clutches, sling bags and stilettos.

Embellishments comprised laser cut acrylics, mirrors, metal casted cages, beads, threads, crystals and faux leather, which were used to couture each piece. A trademark of each design was a bold heart in the centre made of mirrors and crystals.

PAPA DON’T PREACH BY SHUBHIKA DAVDA

The meticulously crafted designs were further balanced out with feminine elements like frills, cut outs and see through details.

PAPA DON’T PREACH BY SHUBHIKA DAVDA

The show stopper was the very gorgeous Sophie Choudry who stunned all in a cool mint toned ensemble comprising a fitted cropped top and a short skirt sporting decadent bead and jewel work.

 Tantalizing and trendy ‘Twitterpated’ by Shubhika Davda will steal your heart and have you falling in love all over again!

THE MADSAM TINZIN LABEL WAS AN ALLURING ETHEREAL COLLECTION AT JABONG STAGE DURING LAKMÉ FASHION WEEK SUMMER/RESORT 2015

Designers Madhuritu Dutta, Saumya Sharma, Tina Bhardwaj, Stanzin Dazes under their label ‘Madsam Tinzin’ inspired by “Aangan” showcased an alluring and ethereal collection at Jabong Stage during Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2015.

MADSAM TINZIN

Dramatically romantic yet functional, the indo western range comprised easy-to-wear silhouettes, which made their way across the runway as tunics, dresses, jackets, tops, lehengas and skirts.

Fabrics like organza, tulle, silk; crépe and chiffon were used to accentuate flowing forms and graced the ramp in pleasant shades of blush, blue, sand, peach, white, tan and nude.

MADSAM TINZIN

Floral embroideries, geometric tile prints, well placed pleats and light texturing added an edgy touch to each piece while jewel and bead detailing worked to add a glamorous flavour.

The designers also worked with a unique concept of asymmetry in design, as opposed to experimenting with cuts for a softer, natural and more feminine touch.

A particularly charming piece was a pair of dramatic palazzo pants in a deep rust brown tone flaunting pleats at the side, which was both versatile and vivacious.

MADSAM TINZIN

Regal, romantic and downright royal the “Madsam Tinzin” collection aimed at modern Indian fashionistas by designers, Madhuritu Dutta, Saumya Sharma, Tina Bhardwaj and Stanzin Dazes is what any fairy tale princess needs!